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Peter Phillips Engaged to NHS Nurse Harriet Sperling

Announced on Aug. 1 with senior royals informed, the couple’s engagement is marked by a Pragnell ring that echoes Queen Elizabeth II’s own

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Overview

  • Peter Phillips, the eldest grandchild of Queen Elizabeth II and son of Princess Anne, confirmed his engagement to NHS nurse Harriet Sperling on Aug. 1 in a statement by royal spokesperson Gerard Franklin.
  • The King, Queen, Prince of Wales and Princess of Wales were formally informed of the announcement, underscoring full family support.
  • Phillips selected Sperling’s engagement ring from Mayfair jeweller Pragnell, whose historic commissions include Queen Elizabeth II’s 1946 engagement piece.
  • Sperling’s appearances alongside Phillips at events such as Badminton Horse Trials, Royal Ascot and the Bahrain Grand Prix highlight her growing role within the royal circle.
  • No wedding date has yet been set, leaving venue and ceremony details under consideration as the couple plans their next steps.